Which version of Windows for Bootcamp?

With new MBP just around the corner *fingers crossed* I need to start thinking what version of windows i should buy. There are a couple of things i'm trying to weigh...

1. If i go with XP, will i miss much using home from professional?
2. Should i get Vista just for being progressive sake?
3. How good of a deal can i get on XP home or pro?
4. I have a copy of xp from VPC that i bought a couple of years ago, i've since deleted the os from my ibook, but i'm wondering if i might be able to use that license again...
5. Also thoughts on vmware vs parallels vs bootcamp would be appreciated.

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1. Depends what you want to do. If networking, I recommend Pro.
2. I would recommend using XP unless you have a specific need for Vista.
3. Don't know, I have a subscription
4. I'm not sure what the licence says there.
5. I prefer VMware over Parallels, but Boot Camp is faster.

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